Graduate Programs

Whether you're a recent graduate or a professional, a master's degree will focus and enhance your business skills and improve your footing on the corporate ladder. Our Ph.D. programs develop thought leaders for teaching and research positions at academic institutions throughout the world.

Certificates

Certificates offer convenience and flexibility for working professionals. If you’re interested in exploring a master’s program, teaching at the college level or simply advancing within your organization, a certificate can open the door!

Online Programs

The Raymond J. Harbert College of Business' online programs blend traditional instruction with modern technology to extend educational opportunities beyond campus. Students can improve their educational credentials from their home or work site while also balancing career or family obligations. The programs are fully accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

Executive Programs

Our internationally-ranked executive programs accommodate the schedules of working professionals and blend on-campus experiences with online resources. Strengthen your management skills and further your career by taking advantage of the up-to-date information and international experiences offered by our programs.

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International Programs

We will prepare you to compete – and lead – in a global economy. Experiencing new cultures and business practices firsthand through one of our internship, summer or semester abroad opportunities will build your resume and broaden your horizons.

If you’re already a business major, you can declare a business minor by visiting your advisor in 147 Lowder Hall. Non-business majors can also visit 147 Lowder Hall to complete minor declaration paperwork or visit http://aub.ie/NBdeclareminor.

Departments

We strive to provide a superior student experience that produces highly sought after graduates. Learn more about our academic departments and how we can help you achieve your goals.

Masters of Real Estate Development

Academic Advising

The Office of Academic Advising guides you through your undergraduate academic schedule and helps you understand the University's policies and procedures. Our advisors will help you organize your undergraduate plan of action and provide information on educational options and professional development activities.

Office of Professional & Career Development (OPCD)

In today's economy, you'll need every advantage to land the job and the salary you want. Harbert College of Business's Office of Professional and Career Development (OPCD) helps assess your skills, focus your interests and leverage your capabilities to find the employment you seek.

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Special Events

Legends and Leaders is a semi-annual series of workshops and talks on real-world subjects like networking, social media and multicultural awareness from business mentors and alumni. Keep an eye on the OPCD calendar for the next series!

Business Bash is a semi-annual event providing business students with opportunities to learn about business majors, meet student organizations and network.

Career Fair is a semi-annual event providing students the opportunity to meet with potential employers for internships and jobs.

Calendar of Events

Harbert Student Council

The College of Business Student Council represents all student organizations in the college. The president and vice president of the Council are elected by the College's student body. A six-member Cabinet is appointed by the president, vice president and members of the previous year's Student Council. Students interested in serving on the Council should watch for application postings after the election of the president and vice president.

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You may post job announcements and internship positions, register for career fairs, schedule interviews and search student and alumni resumes through Handshake. When submitting a position announcement, please indicate the timetable for hiring and if you would prefer to interview on-campus, at your facilities, or via phone or video conference.

Alumni Spotlight: Fred Blatchford `85

Fred Blatchford, director of sales for Johnson & Johnson in Tampa, Fla., has been
highly engaged with the Harbert College of Business since earning a degree in industrial
and operations management in 1985. He has established three scholarships in the college
and serves as a member of the Harbert College of Business Advisory Council, the Athletics
Advisory Council and the Harbert College of Business Campaign Leadership Committee.
Blatchford has also served as a member of the 1856 Society and the Samford Society
and has established an endowment supporting Ph.D. programs.

Why do you give back to the Harbert College of Business?

The HCOB was and continues to be a big part of my success. The business fundamentals
that I learned while in school built the foundation of my management principles and
style. I give back and stay involved with the HCOB because I realize the importance
the business school has for the students and the university and I want both to succeed.
Also I love to interact with the students.

What has been the most rewarding part of your investment in the Harbert College?

I have 3 endowed scholarships at the HCOB and I love interacting with my scholarship
winners. The Fall Scholarship Event is a very exciting event for me as I get to meet
the students. Throughout the school year I talk to the recipients and many of them
I still have a friendship.

What was your first job?

I sold elevators for Otis Elevator in Dallas.

Why did you choose your profession?

It was a little bit of me choosing and it choosing me. I am the director of sales
for Johnson & Johnson. I always had a desire to lead and develop people. Throughout
my career I always looked for ways to develop myself and taking on roles and tasks
that would help me achieve my career objectives.

What’s your ultimate career goal?

I have never used a job title as my career objective. I have always wanted to lead
people. My biggest thrill now is to see others achieve their personal and professional
goals.

What’s thebestadvice you have ever received?

Don't take the easiest path. Sometimes the hardest path though difficult and provide
the most reward and development.

What are your three biggest accomplishments?

Naming a scholarship after my parents who sacrificed so much for me to go to college.
Their legacy will continue to live on with the scholarship in their name.

A long 25-year successful career with Johnson & Johnson.

Being awarded a Johnson & Johnson Standards of Leadership Award.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

Working with and helping people discover their passions and setting a course for them
to reach their personal and professional goals.

What is one piece of advice you wish you would have known in college?

Get involved with the school/college leadership opportunities while I was there. As
you start your career there are a few things that can differentiate you from your
peers. There are so many groups/societies or clubs that give you opportunities to
develop your leadership skills that I wish I would have taken more advantage of them.

What did you learn in college that has benefited your career or helped you succeed?

Be willing to do things that others are not. Take the tough tasks. Take the jobs
that others don't want to do. And finally ... be willing to move. Companies look
for people that are willing to take risks and move outside their comfort zone. Doing
these things will accelerate your career.